2020 Chevrolet Traverse Engine Problems
- Complaints
- 70about this part
- Share
- 30%of 235 total for the year
- Median mileage
- 58,000miles
- Trend
- RisingComplaints filed in the last 3 full calendar years are at least 25% higher than in the 3 years before.
NHTSA recorded 70 complaints about the engine of the 2020 Chevrolet Traverse, 30% of the 235 complaints for this model year. Where a mileage was given, the median is 58,000 miles. 1 of these say a crash was involved, according to the filers.
Example complaints
Selected from NHTSA records; personal details are removed. They are consumer reports, not findings.
“Unknown to some, but yesterday Saturday around 12:30 I was inspecting the speaker ports in the rear 3rd row passenger area and I noticed these square tabs that says airbags, also in the very middle of second row the same thing but in the rear I was removing one of the mouldings to see why the speakers were not playing, upon inspection there are no speakers and neither are there any form of side and or rear collision safety devices ( airbags) other than seatbelts. …”
NHTSA complaint #11654305, filed 2025-04, 82,000 miles“Recently purchased car. On thursday december 3,2020. Was driving car back home on a busy street, car starting stalling. Would not go past 20 MPH, engine was revving. Next morning to go to work car would not go on reverse. Had to get car towed to the dealer and they are telling me that it is a transmission problem. That the transmission needs to be replaced. Devon at rick hendrick in duluth, ga has been nothing but rude since purchase of vehicle now I do not feel safe driving this vehicle and I have 4 young children ages 10, 8, and 5. …”
NHTSA complaint #11378281, filed 2020-12, 900 miles“While driving at low and highway speeds, I began hearing a rattle under the vehicle, along with a loud exhaust noise. I looked at the undercarriage of the vehicle and observed a broken bracket on the exhaust pipe causing a hole in the exhaust pipe. I searched and found this was a common issue with this make and model of vehicle.”
NHTSA complaint #11572250, filed 2024-02“Brakes have screeching noise Transmission jumps when changing gear The shift to park is so constant can not even go out because it takes more than 20 to 30 tries for it to accept park and turn Vehicle off! I have taken it to the dealer for the concern stated no recall or warranty At this point I am afraid to even leave it in shift to park and walk to the store and it gets stolen or leaves me stranded with my children”
NHTSA complaint #11738401, filed 2026-05“Had noticed a rattle every time when I start the vehicle.I got under and had located a broken front exhaust hanger. A few week later I noticed a different sound coming from under the vehicle. I go back to the under side and locked the exhaust flex pipe has now ripped at the front exhaust bracket. Mine being a 2020 isn't coved by the 2019 or the 2021 special coverage. Chevrolet needs to fix this issue.”
NHTSA complaint #11653311, filed 2025-04Related service bulletins
- 11026017Jun 5, 2025This service bulletin provides information on replacing the intake manifold when the engine is replaced after severe internal engine damage.
- 11024485May 15, 2025The service bulletin advises the tech of a normal transmission shift condition and the delay in throttle response when the throttle plate is opened rapidly and advises the…
- 11020254May 7, 2025This service bulletin provides information to dealership personnel for new vehicles with less than 1,000 miles that may not pass California smog inspection or smog inspection in…
- 11019503Apr 18, 2025This warranty administration bulletin provides policy information on vehicles outside of a California Emissions State who move to and register their vehicle in a California…
- 11017443Apr 2, 2025This service bulletin provides a repair procedure to correct a customer concern of a Malfunction Indicator Lamp (MIL) Illuminated - DTC P3055 Set.
- 11017263Mar 25, 2025This bulletin advises the technician to flush the cooling system multiple times if oil has been found in the cooling system and replace the parts that may be contaminated due to…
- 11016942Mar 4, 2025This bulletin advises the technician to flush the cooling system multiple times if oil has been found in the cooling system and replace the parts that may be contaminated due to…
- 11014230Jan 31, 2025This bulletin advises the dealers to maintain the vehicle stock on hand by doing a full inspection on the vehicles before being sold (prepping) to the customer.
- 11014233Jan 30, 2025This service bulletin provides service information to technicians on guidelines to replace Oil Cooler, Oil Cooler Lines and Oil Tank if the engine was replaced where large…
- 11013269Jan 16, 2025This informational bulletin provides a guide on how to diagnose and test for vibrations utilizing the PicoScope.
Engine: other model years
| Year | Complaints | Share of year |
|---|---|---|
| 2026 | 5 | 19% |
| 2025 | 14 | 8% |
| 2024 | 33 | 23% |
| 2023 | 19 | 20% |
| 2022 | 18 | 18% |
| 2021 | 11 | 12% |
| 2020 | 70 | 30% |
| 2019 | 62 | 15% |
| 2018 | 85 | 18% |
| 2017 | 25 | 7% |
| 2016 | 31 | 11% |
| 2015 | 37 | 12% |
| 2014 | 118 | 22% |
| 2013 | 45 | 28% |
| 2012 | 115 | 32% |
| 2011 | 204 | 34% |
| 2010 | 178 | 27% |
| 2009 | 50 | 11% |
Other parts of the 2020 Chevrolet Traverse
57 complaintsTransmission and drivetrain
40 complaintsElectrical system
28 complaintsEngine cooling
27 complaintsFuel system
19 complaintsBrakes
10 complaintsSeat belts
9 complaintsSteering
7 complaintsAir bags
6 complaintsSuspension
5 complaintsBack-over prevention (rear camera)
4 complaintsSeats
4 complaints
← All problems reported for the 2020 Chevrolet Traverse
About this data. Data from NHTSA (ODI) complaints, recalls, TSBs and investigations, updated Oct 28, 2026. Complaints are unverified consumer reports and may be duplicated or inaccurate.
To check a specific vehicle for open recalls, use its VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls. Methodology